Hailo ProfiLOT Manuel D'utilisation page 31

7.2 Safety information for using the ladder
Warning, fall from the ladder.
Refer to instruction manual/booklet.
Inspect the ladder after delivery. Before
every use visually check the ladder is
not damaged and is safe to use.
Do not use a damaged ladder.
Maximum total load.
Do not use the ladder on
a unlevel or unfirm base.
With the aid of the LOT system,
the ladder can be positioned and
set up vertically if the ground has
different height levels.
Do not overreach.
Do not erect the ladder on
contaminated ground.
Maximum number of users.
Do not ascend or descend unless you
are facing the ladder.
Keep a secure grip on the ladder when
ascending and descending. Maintain a
handhold whilst working from a ladder
or take additional safety precautions if
you cannot.
Avoid work that imposes a sideways
load on ladders, such as side-on drilling
through solid materails.
Do not carry equipment which is
heavy or difficult to handle while
using a ladder.
Do not wear unsuitable footwear when
climbing a ladder.
Do not use the ladder if you are not
fit enough. Certain medical conditions
or medication, alcohol or drug abuse
could make ladder unsafe.
Do not spend long periods on a ladder without
regular breaks (tiredness is a risk).
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